Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant - 4 North Tower Medical Surgical, Oncology and Palliative Care

Full-Time 7p - 7a

• The Nursing Assistant performs designated tasks in the provision of age-appropriate care for patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Obtains and documents reported height and weighs patient on admission and documents.
• Turns and positions patients every 2 hours as indicated, using proper body mechanics.
• Assists and promotes activity, ambulation, up in chair and other activities as ordered.
• Assists patients with personal hygiene, including as showering, bathing, shaving, shampooing, perianal-care, catheter care and oral care.
• Takes and records vital signs accurately within established time frame.
• Consistently performs hourly rounds to ensure patient safety and promote customer satisfaction.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.

• Certified Nursing License (CNA) preferred.
• Six months experience in a hospital or long-term care facility preferred.

• Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with company match

Baptist Health System is a leading healthcare provider in San Antonio and South Texas, renowned for innovative treatments and a commitment to patient care since 1903.

Location Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States